My family and I were turned away from the local Hilton, and we found refuge at the Homewood Suites, Carlsbad. It was late in the evening, and I was tired and cranky. Hotel desk manager Arthur was most accommodating to our every need. Our pull out couch had not been made up, so he ran up and did it himself, insisting that it was no trouble at all. He was also quick to respond to our complaint of a bunch of kids running amok in the hallway, as well as our request for more towels. His jovial and kind hearted nature softened the blow of our discontent, and we wish to give him praise. That being said, I would also like to warn the weary traveler that the walls are somewhat thin at this hotel, so you might want to bring along some earplugs. All in all an ok stay, made much better by our new friend, Arthur. We would be willing to return, but perhaps not on such a busy night.

This has been by far the best stay I have had at a hotel! The facilities are amazing. My room was gorgeous and the bed was so comfortable. The complimentary breakfasts and dinner receptions were all very good. My favorite nights were Thursday BBQ nights! The outside pool area (with a hot tub and heated pool and ping pong table) was beautiful and relaxing. Everyone, and I mean everyone, was so friendly and sincere. The level of service was OUTSTANDING! I am so glad I chose to stay at this hotel and highly recommend it!!

This hotel is brand spanking new; in fact, there was a grand opening reception the day we checked in. The lobby is very tastefully decorated and the check-in process was quick and friendly. There is a small shop near the front desk for groceries. Also plenty of parking available.

The room itself is beautiful with wood laminate flooring in the kitchen area and high quality carpeting throughout the suite. We had a 2 queen bed suite and it was more than enough room for 2 adults and 2 small kids. The kitchen had a full-size fridge/freezer, 2 burner stove, microwave, and coffeemaker. All plates and silverware were provided. 2 flat screen TVs were in the room; one in the sitting room and the other in the bedroom. The bathroom was good sized with large, fluffy towels and Neutrogena products. Everything was clean, clean, clean. My only complaint about the bathroom is that the shower head is placed very close to the wall and can't be adjusted, so you have to stand right next to the wall to get sprayed adequately...but a very minor problem with all of the good things about the hotel.

Ethernet connections in the rooms are not free, but there is a 24 hour business center with free internet service.

The breakfast in the morning was one of the best free breakfasts I've ever had in a hotel-very well attended by the hosts, tons of variety (including breakfast burritos, ham, sausage, eggs, pancakes, and make-your-own belgian waffles)! There is a free dinner served M-Thurs which we did not partake in, so can't comment on that.

Pool is small/medium and heated, and there is a good-sized jacuzzi as well.

For those travelers staying here to go to Legoland, the drive is approximately 10 minutes and very easy.

Lots of restaurant options within the proximity of the hotel, but none within walking distance. TGI Fridays and Claim Jumper come to mind as the closest ones; the Carlsbad Premium Outlets are also close by.

A few things I think are pertinent are that the air conditioning unit was really loud and blew hard directly onto one of the beds; also relevant is that the hotel is located right off of Palomar Airport Road, which is a very busy, large road with a limit of 55 mph, so cars are loud and fast-I would recommend trying to reserve a room that does not face that road. In addition, the walls are thin, and we could hear the people above and next door to us very clearly. So...if you're a light sleeper, bring your ear plugs!

We reserved the room before the hotel had even opened and got a rate of $139/night. I think it's much higher now, but for the price we paid we got much more than we expected. I would stay here again, but don't know if I'd pay too much more with the brand new Hampton Inn open right next door.

We stayed here for two nights (Wed & Thurs) with 2 adults and 2 young kids. This is definitely a place for families. I saw many other families with small children as well. The Hotel itself is very new so everything looked very nice and modern. The rooms were very clean and spacious, the bedding comfortable. As previously mentioned, the walls are on the thin side, as I did hear a baby crying in the next room. Though having young kids I fully understood and it didn't bother me a bit. The breakfasts are great with cereal, muffins/bread, juice and a hot item. The evening receptions were very convenient. One night was spaghetti or lasagna and salad, the next was Hamburger/Hot Dogs and Chili. So essentially you get Breakfast and Dinner, who can beat that deal. The evening reception is only Mon-Thurs though. Either way you always have the kitchenette to make your own meals if necessary. I really liked this hotel and hope to stay at more just like it on my next travels.